One of my friends had a little boy about 8 weeks ago. He is adorable and just beautiful! As we were talking about motherhood and breastfeeding, I reflected upon the infant's inherent knowledge of when to eat and when to stop. How does he know when to cry so he can eat, and when to pull away to signify that he is done? It's just apart of his little body and soul. We were all created with these triggers and signals, but too many of us have lost touch with them.
What if we tap back into our actual hunger and fullness, instead of being a member of the 'Clean Plate club' or emotionally eating.
A few tips on how to tap into your stomach and its level of satiety.
1. Focus on foods with more protein, fiber, and water; such as lean turkey, whole grain brown rice and richly colored vegetables.
2. Drink a tall glass of water throughout your meal.
3. Use a smaller plate and divide it into 3 sections, one section for meat or protein, one for vegetables or fruits, and one for whole grains.
4. Be fully present at your meal, avoid eating while watching TV, driving, or working on the computer.
5. Stop to really take notice of the food's textures, flavors, and smells. Enjoy every bite!
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